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FIREWORKS NEWS
In Kerala, a fireworks tragedy and questions about safety
April 23, 2026 11:38 pm
The hazardous nature of work in the fireworks industry, where the slightest neglect can lead to disaster, calls for strict monitoring of safety standards at every stage. Yet, the reality points to a wider culture of neglect
9 killed in blast at unit making fireworks for Thrissur Pooram in Kerala
April 21, 2026 8:24 pm
At least 23 people have been injured. Thick smoke and multiple blasts made rescue efforts tough, officials said.
Man slams NRIs for ‘ruining India’s image’ with Diwali fireworks abroad: ‘Yahan Pakistani, Japani bhi rehte hain’
October 25, 2025 10:41 am
Dandiya criticised Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) after a video from New Jersey went viral showing firefighters spraying water on fireworks during a Diwali street celebration.
Viral video shows people setting off fireworks from moving cars on London streets during Diwali: ‘Import third world people, become third world country’
October 24, 2025 12:10 pm
The footage shows cars cruising down a city street, with people leaning out of windows to set off fireworks that some viewers compared to weapons.
Who is Sam Pepper, YouTuber who sparked controversy after injuring 8-year-old with Diwali fireworks in India?
October 23, 2025 4:44 pm
During the exchange, one firework struck an eight-year-old girl, causing an injury. Footage circulating online shows locals confronting Pepper, telling him that the girl had lost an eye.
Tamil Nadu lights up on Diwali, stunning drone footage from Sivakasi goes viral: ‘This is my India’
October 21, 2025 1:32 pm
ANI shared the video on its X account, offering a bird’s-eye view of the celebrations in Tamil Nadu. The footage was shot in Sivakasi where fireworks glowed through the night sky.
Let children enjoy crackers and laser lights safely: Here are dos and don’ts
October 28, 2025 11:06 am
Chandigarh doctors draw up a list of dos and don’ts to avoid burn injuries.
Spectators run for cover as drone fireworks show goes wrong in China, chilling video shows flames raining down from sky
October 06, 2025 10:01 am
Liuyang in China's Hunan province is known for its pyrotechnic displays, attracting large crowds throughout the year.
Brazilian singer cancels mid-concert fireworks for dog, wins hearts online
February 04, 2025 4:18 pm
Brazilian singer Taty Girl saw a caramelo dog near the stage and asked event organisers to cancel the fireworks, prioritising its safety.
Friction while weighing chemicals may have caused firecracker factory blast that killed 6
January 05, 2025 3:38 am
The blast is suspected to have taken place during the process of mixing chemicals and it flattened at least one room and led to the deaths.
FIREWORKS PHOTOS
Happy New Year 2016: Stunning photos of fireworks around the globe
January 01, 2016 4:48 pm
Stunning explosions of colours filled up the night sky as the world ushered in 2016 with spectacular firework ceremonies.
FIREWORKS VIDEOS
Express Eye for Detail Ep 12: Two years of demonetisation, the Diwali mess and Faizabad renamed as Ayodhya
June 22, 2020 6:11 pm
Two years on, The Indian Express learns that RBI did not approve of demonetisation and more about the week’s top stories in Express Eye for Detail episode 12.
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